Hillshire Farm

Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Hillshire Farm Carved Rotisserie Seasoned Chicken Breast falls short of the clean eating standards set forth by our website. This product is not organic, and the inclusion of non-GMO ingredients is not confirmed. The presence of brown sugar adds unnecessary sugars to the product, and the use of natural flavorings and carrageenan raises concerns due to their potential health implications.

The product begins with chicken breast and chicken broth, which are typical for this type of food. However, the addition of vinegar to preserve quality is one of the few positive aspects. The negative scoring largely stems from the non-organic nature of the chicken, the uncertainty regarding GMOs, and the inclusion of added sugars which are generally advised against in a clean diet.

Further scrutiny reveals the presence of carrageenan, an additive that has been flagged for its potentially harmful effects. Natural flavorings, including celery juice powder, are used in the product, but these terms can hide a range of unspecified ingredients, which detracts from the transparency and perceived cleanliness of the food.

The product also contains yeast extract, sea salt, and a small percentage of brown sugar, which contribute to the flavor but also factor into the lower rating due to the added sugars and the ambiguous nature of ‘natural flavorings’. The use of sea salt, while a common ingredient, does not mitigate the negative aspects found elsewhere in the ingredient list.

The Hillshire Farm Carved Rotisserie Seasoned Chicken Breast, with its 1/5 green leaf rating, is advised against for consumers seeking cleaner food options. The product’s composition, with non-organic ingredients, added sugars, and potentially harmful additives, positions it far from the ideal of a healthy and transparent food choice. Consumers are encouraged to opt for products with higher green leaf ratings that align more closely with the values of clean eating.